$66,607.51 - $81,048.08 p.a. depending on level of qualification (cert III or Diploma)

Permanent Full-time

Join a professional and collaborative team

About the role:

Woollahra Preschool provides education for 80 children aged three to five, over four school terms.

We are seeking a qualified and enthusiastic Full-time Preschool Assistant to join our growing team to maintain a quality educational program for our children.

Working in a team of dedicated educators, you will draw upon your professional expertise to plan and implement the emergent curriculum for children from diverse backgrounds, in collaboration with the Preschool Teachers, fellow Assistants and parents, in accordance with the philosophy and policies of the Preschool.

You will have the support of a dynamic and creative team who are committed to providing a stimulating learning environment for children.

The Preschool currently operates from 8.30am to 4.00pm during public school terms. The successful Candidate will need to be available to attend staff meetings and professional development sessions, which may occur during the shut-down period or outside the preschool hours.

This position is subject to child protection screening and a pre-employment medical check.

Essential Criteria

Certificate 3 to Diploma in Child Care, Children’s Services or approved equivalent (see www.acecqa.gov.au)

Demonstrated experience in a centre-based early childhood education and care service incorporating the Early Years Learning Framework, including planning, implementing and evaluating programs and activities for children aged 3-6 years

Experience in recording observations and maintaining developmental records of children, using digital cameras and Microsoft Word

Excellent interpersonal communication skills and demonstrated ability to develop good relationships with children, parents and staff

Genuine interest in working with children, including children with additional needs

Skills in the positive guidance of children’s behaviour

Experience in assessing the abilities and interests of children from diverse backgrounds and abilities and in planning programs to assist their individual development

Demonstrated ability to actively participate in a team striving for excellence in early childhood education with a commitment to the rights of children and the principles of social justice

Current Senior First Aid, Anaphylaxis and Asthma Certificate

Clearance to work with children as required under the Working with Children Check

Demonstrated understanding of Work Health and Safety and its implementation in an Early Childhood setting

Knowledge of National Education and Care Services Regulations and Standards and NSW Child Protection Legislation

Completion of OR willingness to complete Child Protection qualification (CHCPRT001 - Identify and respond to children and young people at risk, which is valid until it expires or new qualification CHCPRT02 - Identify and report children and young people at risk and CHCPRT026 - Support the rights and safety of children and young people) and knowledge of NSW Child Protection Legislation and NSW Child Safe Standards.

Desirable Criteria

Demonstrated ability to plan and implement music and movement experiences with children

Ability to speak another language

What’s in it for you?

We promote equal access to opportunities within the organisation and we pride ourselves on creating a safe and engaging working environment.

We are dedicated to looking after our staff, because if we look after our people, we will be better placed to look after our community.

Eligible staff will be entitled to some of the following benefits:

Subsidised gym membership through Fitness Passport with access to 810+ fitness facilities

Generous personal leave provisions (E.g. Long Service Leave after 5 years’ of continuous service, Parental Leave, Health & Wellbeing Days, Study Leave)

High quality training and development opportunities

Reward and Recognition Program

How to Apply

Apply online by clicking the link below.

You will be asked to demonstrate how you meet each of the selection criteria.

If you have a separate statement addressing the selection criteria, please upload it as a cover letter and simply refer to it in the online questionnaire.

You will be able to upload 2 documents only.

For information on applying for Council jobs, please refer to http://www.woollahra.nsw.gov.au/council/employment/recruitment_and_selection_process

For further information about the role, please contact Mary Boyd, Preschool Director or Amanda King, Acting Preschool Director on 02 9327 4921 during business hours.

CLOSING DATE: 11:59pm Sunday 13 July 2025

Woollahra Council is committed to responding to its responsibilities under the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 in undertaking all measures that are reasonably practical to ensure the health and safety of all our workers.

Should an applicant indicate that they wish to seek an exemption on medical or other grounds, they will need to provide evidence of their circumstances such as an accepted certified medical contraindication.

Woollahra Council is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.

We are committed to reconciliation and strongly encourage all applicants, including, but not limited to, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, young people, mature aged workers, LGBTIQ and other minority groups to apply.

If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application.